Mixed Cotton Carding Waste (<30mm Staple) from Germany
Assorted waste from carding machines using short staple cotton under 30.1625 mm, including strips and fly waste. Classified as 'other' under HTS 5202.99.30.00 per chapter notes. Ideal for paper manufacturing or coarse blending.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify waste composition in entry docs; 'mixed' status affects valuation
• Avoid misdeclaration as clean fiber risking 5203 classification
• Quota tracking software recommended due to country allocations